Globetrotters used to be so special to us I noticed that the Harlem Globetrotters are performing in Austin this week and I was instantly transformed back to my youth (which is getting further and further away).
In this age of non-stop entertainment where anything we desire is just a key punch away, events just seemed to have a higher level of anticipation. Full Story

Rockdale powerlifter Jamie Cjakowski and USA Powerlifting team member has been invited to be a part of the world bench press championships.
The meet is on May 18 in Denmark and Cjakowski is needing sponsorship to cover the $3,000 cost for the trip.
Cjakowski, a 2013 Rockdale graduate, became the first powerlifting state champion in school history in March of last year. Full Story

Rockdale, of course, has Wendell Mitchell when the Tigers need some scoring in abundance, so Tuesday night, Taylor countered with My’Lik Kerley, who provided the same for the Ducks.
The 6-foot-4 senior dominated the inside for 38 points and 18 rebounds to lead Taylor past Rockdale 78-69 at Tiger Gymnasium. Full Story

With time growing short in District 18-3A play, the Rockdale Lady Tigers are primed to play some of their best ball.
The Lady Tigers recorded a pivotal victory Tuesday night, tormenting Taylor 64-34 on the road.
The win pushes Rockdale to 14-8 overall and 3-3 in district play with four games remaining on the schedule.
Taylor slips to 13-11 and 3-3. Full Story

THORNDALE—The Thorndale Lady Dogs took down District 26A opponent Bartlett on the road Friday night, beating the Lassies 60-21 to finish out the first half of league play on a high note.
The Lady Dogs (8-11, 2-2) had an open date on Tuesday night. Full Story

Mack busts loose for 43 as No. 1 Mustangs run past Milano
MUMFORD—The incredible drama that has surrounded the Mumford-Milano basketball battles the past three years has previously left both sides mentally and physically drained.
Now that most of the cast from Milano has moved on however, Tuesday night, the dramatics were kept to a minimum. Full Story

SPORTS SHORTS Evans named to TSWA All-State spike team
Shelby Evans led Rockdale to the state playoffs for the first time since 2006 and was rewarded by being named to the Texas Sports Writers Association all-state volleyball team. Full Story